2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Odyssey | R |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |